Mixed Vet Opportunity – Dumfriesshire – £40–55k + Car + CPD + Outdoor Lifestyle

We’re excited to be working with a well-established, truly independent mixed practice in Dumfriesshire that’s looking to welcome a new vet to their friendly team. Set in a stunning part of Scotland with lochs, hills, and coastline nearby — yet still just an hour from Glasgow or Edinburgh — this is an ideal role for a vet who loves variety, teamwork, and the great outdoors.

This genuinely mixed role is split 50/50 between small and large animal work. You’ll join a supportive team of 5.5 vets, 4 fantastic RVNs, a warm and experienced reception team, and some lovable canine “helpers.” Large animal work includes progressive dairy and beef farms, sheep flocks, and a few smallholdings, while equine is a smaller part of the caseload. The practice is modern, well-equipped (digital x-ray, dental suite, full in-house lab, Easiscans, semen testing kit, and more), and ISFM Gold Standard for feline care.

What’s on offer:

Salary from £40,000–£55,000 depending on experience

Fully equipped practice with all the right tools for both small and large animal work

Car and phone provided

4.5-day week with 6.2 weeks annual leave

1 in 5 weekends on call with one weeknight per week

Long weekend off every 5 weeks

CPD actively encouraged and funded

RCVS, VDS, BVA and Vetlexicon memberships covered

Potential long-term opportunities for the right person

About you:

Some experience in mixed practice preferred

Comfortable working both independently and as part of a team

Enthusiastic, compassionate, and looking to settle into a welcoming, community-minded team

If youre looking for a varied and rewarding role in a supportive, independent practice with a great work-life balance and access to some of the UK’s most beautiful landscapes — we’d love to hear from you.